Nintendo to end Apple and Google account sign-ins in January 2027
The change takes effect January 26, 2027, and also prevents people from creating Nintendo Accounts through either provider, according to AppleInsider. That report points users toward a passkey or changes to their account information as alternatives to signing in through a linked Apple or Google account.
- Nintendo gave no explanation for the decision, according to Android Authority.
Covered by 5 publishers within 43 hours of the first report.
- Android Headlines: Nintendo is putting the kibosh on Google and Apple account linking
- Latest Engadget: Nintendo is ending Google and Apple sign-ins early next year
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AppleInsider Nintendo won't let you log in with a linked Apple account soon · Mike Wuerthele
Android Authority Your Google account will lose its ability to unlock your Nintendo account next year · Ryan McNeal
Android Headlines Nintendo is putting the kibosh on Google and Apple account linking · Justin Diaz
Engadget Nintendo is ending Google and Apple sign-ins early next year · staff@engadget.com (Mariella Moon)